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i had my last pre-op visit with the surgeon yesterday



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i can't believe after all this time that it's finally here! my surgery is next tuesday, 11/18. i start my 4-day pre-op liquid diet tomorrow. i have to have blood work and a chest xray between now and then.

for all of those who are still in the early stages, i wanted to share this. i have been very frustrated with what seemed to be the surgeon's office staff's inability to keep on top of the paperwork, as i was asked for several of the requirements to be resent, some more than once. and, i was unhappy with the fact that, although i did everything early and/or on time and expected to be sleeved a month ago, between the insurance approval process and the doctor's schedule it's just happening now.

BUT. after yesterday's visit, that all became irrelevant, and as i spoke with the surgeon and his nurse/program coordinator, i was very comfortable and pleased with their thoroughness in making sure i was totally prepared for this huge step. they both impressed me more at this visit than they have previously, and i am very happy i selected this center for my procedure.

SO. the point i want to make is: try not to sweat the small stuff, it's not worth the anxiety it causes (believe me, i went through plenty and i feel fairly silly now). as long as you are satisfied with your selection of surgeon and team, go forward confidently and don't let the little annoying issues that are sure to come up break your spririt or cause you angst. in the long run, being pushed back one month is not going to affect the rest of my life, which is now looking so much more positive than it was six months ago!

i'm so excited!!!!

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@@jessiquoi Yay! Your almost there! Can't wait to hear all about your experience After. Good luck to you!!! I hope your blessed with a easy, speedy, healthy recovery☺️

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Good luck!! I can't wait to follow your journey! Our current weight and goal weight is almost the same! I am SUPER new and just having my first dr. meeting next Thursday, so I am a long way from where you are, but wish you the best of luck!! Keep posting!!!!!

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